Philodendron is a large genus of foliage plants consisting of 489 species. It belongs to the Araceae family (aroid family). Only the Anthurium genus is larger.
Anthuriums are either climbers or crawlers. Some well-known climbers are the Hearleaf Philodendron, Philodendron erubescens, and Philodendron Brazil.
Crawling Philodendrons such as Philodendron gloriosum, Philodendron pastazanum, and Philodendron mamei have rhizomes that crawl along the forest floor.
Philodendron Care Guides
Heartleaf Philodendron Yellow Leaves – #1 Causes & Remedies
One of the most beautiful plants you’ll find is the heartleaf philodendron. It’s a firm favorite for your indoor plant selection. So when I got the chance to purchase my…
Philodendron Squamicaule Care — What You Should Know
Philodendron Squamicaule is a Hemi-epiphytic species that is endemic to Panama, Nicaragua, Ecuador, and Colombia. The Latin word Squamicaule stands for ‘scaly stem,’ referring to the salmon pink petioles with…
Philodendron Balaoanum Plant Care — All There Is To Know
An exquisite and extraordinary plant, the Philodendron Balaoanum is one of a kind. Known for the peculiar shape of its leaves, it is a plant that you can add to…
Philodendron Asplundii Plant Care — Best Tips!
Today, we discuss the unique Philodendron Asplundii — a truly exquisite-looking plant that is not commonly seen in houseplant owners’ homes. Although the plant has special needs and requirements to…
Philodendron Scherberichii Care — A Definitive Guide
Philodendron Scherberichii is known to grow in montane tropical wet forests. This plant is a herbaceous plant and is known for its characteristic evergreen leaves. Philodendron Scherberichii is a Philodendron…
Philodendron Deflexum Plant Care — In-depth Guide
Simply because of its bright green leaves and vehemently soft touch, Philodendron Deflexum is a must-have for my space. It requires little maintenance to grow and is usually repellent to…
Philodendron Dodsonii Care — Best Tips!
Philodendron Dodsonii is a native to Ecuador, Colombia, Costa Rica, and Panama. It’s a part of the vast Philodendron genus This Philodendron has lush foliage with stunning dark green color…
Philodendron Fibrosum Care — What You Should Know
Philodendrons fibrosum is a widely known plant that is kept in homes and gardens all over the world. They started blooming excessively in the northern side of Europe in the…
Philodendron Lehmannii Care – Great Tips!
Philodendron Lehmannii is yet another stunning variety of Philodendrons that is known for the elongated foliage it bears. The plant has long, gorgeously green, and glossy leaves that won’t go…
Philodendron Furcatum Care — All You Need to Know!
Any Philodendron is an attractive addition to your home, living room, patio, or garden. Today’s plant ‘Philodendron Furcatum’ is a perfect example of the global popularity of Philodendrons. You can…
Philodendron erubescens Care – Blushing Philodendron Guide
The vigorous climber Philodendron erubescens has long, slender shiny green leaves with red accents. It is also called the red-leaf Philodendron, according to Clemson University. The petioles, midribs, and veins are…
Philodendron Majestic Plant Care — Everything You Need To Know!
Philodendron Majestic is a beautiful hybrid of the Philodendron sodiroi and Philodendron verrucosum. It is well known for receiving the best traits of both its parent plants: the gleaming and…
Pink Princess Philodendron Care – A Houseplant Growing Guide
In this guide, I write about Philodendron pink princess care. Philodendron ‘pink princess’ a beautiful plant with pink and green variegation on its leaves. It is a cultivar of the…
Philodendron Glorious Plant Care – A Definitive Guide
The Philodendron Glorious, an exotic hybrid, has gained widespread popularity due to its beautiful foliage and vibrancy. A semi-climbing aroid, this plant certainly will catch everyone’s attention. You can grow…
Philodendron Stenolobum Care – A Must-Read Guide
With hundreds of flowering plant varieties, Philodendrons belong to a diverse plant genus. These no-fail plants are a common addition to every living room, greenhouse, landscape, and container garden. Philodendron…
Philodendron Atom Care — Your One-stop Guide
Fancy giving your room a tropical flair? Then the Philodendron atom care will not disappoint. Dark green leaves that have a shiny and waxy look will make you think of…
Philodendron Imperial Red Care – A Complete Guide
Philodendron Imperial Red care. The latest gardening trend, particularly among home growers, is compact tropical evergreens. Several seasoned gardeners and even first-timers want to grow Philodendron erubescens “Imperial Red” and…
Philodendron “Rojo Congo” Fail-Proof Care Guide
Philodendron “Rojo Congo” is a unique cultivar hybridized in Florida, in keeping with the growing trend amongst home gardeners for tropical aroids suitable for indoor growing. They are very attractive…
Philodendron “Prince of Orange” Care Made Easy
(image credits, IG: plantsofkelsey) Philodendron “Prince of Orange” is a stunning thing of beauty in the world of philodendrons. It belongs to the large Araceae family of tropical forest dwellers….
Philodendron Majesty Care – Best Secrets!
(image credits, IG:willialwilai) Philodendron Majesty is one of the rare, dark leaf hybrids deriving from the Philodendron family. It is not known who hybridized this plant, but it was named…
Philodendron Black Cardinal Care Guide
Philodendrons are a tropical plant species with dramatic leaves, whose low maintenance needs make them well suited to be houseplants. The Black Cardinal differs from the traditional heartleaf varieties with…
Philodendron Joepii Care – Best Care Secrets Revealed!
(image credits, IG: aroidbby) It is said that Philodendron Joepii is nearly extinct in the wild. It was discovered in eastern French Guiana by Joep Moonen during an ecological tour…
Philodendron Ring of Fire Care
(image credits, IG: phoebeky_plants) One of the most sought-after Philodendrons is the exceptional ‘Philodendron Ring of Fire.’ The beautiful plant does not have two, three, or even four colors; it…
Philodendron Xanadu – Best Care Guide
(image credits, IG: valurcons) Would you love to decorate your space with plants but have a brown thumb? Well, Philodendron Xanadu is one of the most forgiving plants. It can…
Philodendron Warszewiczii – #1 Care Guide
The exotic Philodendron warszewiczii is native to the pacific coast of Central Americas along Mexico, El Salvator, Nicaragua and Honduras. According to the Global Biodiversity Information Facility, the species occurs…
Philodendron Bipinnatifidum Care – Best Plant Guide
(image credits, IG: node.by.node) Are you looking to fill a huge space with an extraordinary tropical plant? The Philodendron bipinnatifidum will deliver. It is also goes by the name of…
Philodendron Lacerum Care – #1 Growing Tips
Philodendrons have been a staple houseplant for decades, decorating homes, schools, offices, and libraries worldwide. Known for their hardiness and low maintenance, philodendrons of all kinds were collected and passed…
Philodendron El Choco Red Care Essentials
Philodendron el choco red is a climbing Aroid with velvety leaves. The leaves start out with a striking red abaxial leaf surface that is somewhat fading once the leaves mature….
Philodendron Cordatum Care – How To Guide
(image credits, IG: rexandplantfriends) On today’s menu: the Philodendron cordatum, a rare philodendron not many people know about. Before we get into it, I would like to mention that the…
Philodendron Verrucosum x Melanochrysum Care
(image credits, IG: urbanleaf22) The Philodendron verrucosum x melanochrysum is a pretty cool hybrid plant. It creates leaves with bright white or bright green veins. With the right care and…
Philodendron Validinervium Step-by-Step Care Guide
The Philodendron Validinervium plant is a tropical beauty that can add color to any dull corner. Its beautiful lush foliage is what makes it a popular choice among houseplant owners….
Philodendron Lupinum Care – A Growers Guide
(image credit, IG: tropicalplantsparadise) If you are a plant connoisseur like us, this plant will get you excited. The Philodendron lupinum offers you insight into what life actually looks like…
Philodendron Nangaritense – Fail-Safe Care
(image credits, IG: the.greenbubble) Have you heard of a garden ornamental being grown for its petioles more than anything else? Well, Philodendron nangaritense is that plant. It is a very…
Philodendron Elegans Care Guide
(image credit, IG: plantfilledapartment) Finger-Leaf Philodendrons are widely grown and admired in all parts of the world. Philodendron Elegans or Skeleton Key Philodendron is a rare aroid that originates from…
Philodendron Martianum – #1 Care Hacks
By now you know that my favourite part of the outdoor garden is north east side where I have my aroid grove. A monstrous specimen of Swiss Cheese Plant creeps up…
Philodendron Patriciae Care – Top Tips Revealed
(image credit IG: @aceplunt) It’s entirely possible that behind your interest in Philodendron Patriciae, there were encouraging factors like its magnificent leaves or intense color. Or perhaps you randomly stumbled…
Philodendron Pertusum Care – #1 Best Tips!
Todays’s article is about Philodendron Pertusum, also known as the Swiss Cheese plant or Monstera Deliciosa because of its huge leaves with holes. Philodendron Pertusum is its old name for…
Philodendron Tenue Care – #1 Best Secrets Revealed!
In today’s article, I’m going to discuss Philodendron Tenue care. The Tenue is a Hemi-epiphytic plant known for being a climber and was initially described in 1854. The plant is…
Philodendron Esmeraldense Care – A Detailed Growing Guide
Philodendron esmeraldense is part of the vast genus known as Philodendron. This plant is a Broadleaf Philodendron famous for its foliage and is native to Lita, Ecuador. The plant’s first…
Philodendron Laciniatum Care from Start to Finish
Philodendron Laciniatum plants have large green leaves and red petioles. Native to the Venezuela and Brazil, these Phil’s are often confused with other Philodendron’s when they are juvenile. There are…
Philodendron Goeldii Care Guide for Experts
Philodendron Goeldii is also known as Finger Leaf that belongs to the family Thaumatophyllum Spruceanum. Philodendron Goeldii is a gorgeous plant that has star-shaped leaves that create a tropical impression…
Philodendron Sharoniae Care in a Nutshell
Philodendron Sharoniae is an incredible aroid altogether. The green, ridge-patterned leaves make it utterly amazing for this aroid. This Philodendron will grow out of a big vivarium and works well…
Philodendron Panduriforme Plant Care: Here’s What Matters
The Philodendron panduriforme plant is often confused with the Philodendron bipennifolium. This is because both plants produce fun arrowhead-shaped leaves. The Philodendron panduriforme plant needs well-draining soil. You want bright…
Philodendron Radiatum Care from A to Z
Philodendron Radiatum (Fil-oh-DEN-dron Rad-ee-AY-tum) is famous for its leaves that instantly give a tropical look. Sometimes referred to as Split Leaf Climber, you can grow this beauty both inside and…
Philodendron Gigas Care – Everything You Need to Know
Today we are discussing another aroid Philodendron for you, Philodendron Gigas. It is pronounced as ‘fil-oh-DEN-dron JY-gas.’ This can be easily grown as an indoor houseplant or outside in mild…
Philodendron Tortum Care – From A to Z
Philodendron Tortum is also called Philodendron Bipinattifidum. It is an evergreen plant that belongs to the Arum family. Originally from tropical parts of America, Philodendron Tortum grows well in warm…
Bloody Mary Philodendron Care – Top Tips
When it comes to picking houseplants, Bloody Mary Philodendrons are one of the top choices. They are grown for their stunning foliage. The juvenile leaves give off a burgundy color,…
Philodendron Imbe Care Tips that Make all the Difference
Today’s plant is Philodendron Imbe, a vigorous, evergreen, climbing shrub that can grow up to 16 ft tall. The long, aerial rooting stems trail down towards the ground for this…
Philodendron Crassinervium Best Care Hacks
This article is for all of the philodendron lovers that want to add less popular plants to their collection. The Philodendron Crassinervium is an evergreen perennial native and even endemic…
Philodendron Mexicanum – A Complete Care Guide
Home gardeners looking for plants that are rare, exotic, and yet easy-maintenance should definitely grow Philodendron Mexicanum. It is a perennial, evergreen, climbing variety perfect for apartments and offices. The…
Philodendron Subhastatum Care Tips That Work Wonders
In today’s article, I am going to tell you about Philodendron Subhastatum. It is a rare tropical climber that is known to come from the plant family, Araceae. The Philodendron…
Philodendron Plowmanii #1 Best Care Hacks!
Some of us love bushy houseplants with clusters of tiny leaves, while others like growing plants with large leaves. Today we are discussing a rare crawling Philodendron, Philodendron plowmanii. This…
Philodendron Mamei Care – #1 Complete Guide
The magnificent Philodendron mamei is a tropical perennial creeping plant that grows as ground cover and sometimes creeps up trees true to its epiphytic nature. It has big green heart-shaped…
Philodendron Domesticum Care – What you need to know
In today’s article, we are discussing the Philodendron Domesticum. The plant also goes by the names of Spadeleaf Philodendron or Burgundy Philodendron. The Philodendron has about 450 species of stemmed…
Philodendron Atabapoense Care – How To Succeed
Today we are discussing another beautiful houseplant, Philodendron Atabapoense. This is a rare, climbing, and vining Philodendron. This plant is native to the Southern region of Venezuela and the Amazonian…
Philodendron Painted Lady – #1 Best Care Tips
Painted Lady is a variegated climbing Philodendron. It’s a favorite for Philodendron collectors. According to the University of Florida, this Philodendron species is a hybrid of two-parent Philodendrons, P. Erubescens…
Philodendron Squamiferum Care – How to Rock it!
Philodendron Squamiferum or the ‘hairy’ Philodendron is a relatively rare species of the Philodendron family. Famous for its red hairs, botanically known as pubescence, the Philodendron Squamiferum is an aroid…
Philodendron Giganteum #1 Care Instructions
How to identify a Philodendron giganteum It helps to know how to identify a Philodendron giganteum because there are a few different large philodendron varieties out there with different…
Philodendron Mayoi Care – Tips Everyone Should Know
Instantly recognizable with fronds that resemble that of a palm, the Philodendron mayoi showcases spectacular looking shaped leaves. This philodendron type is a perfect addition to any plant collection. It…
Silver Sword Philodendron – #1 Care Guide
Have you ever googled how to take care of the Silver Sword Philodendron and had no luck in finding a complete care guide? Well, search no more. You have found…
Philodendron Bipennifolium – #1 Care Gudie
The Philodendron bipennifolium plant is also known as the Horsehead Philodendron or the Fiddleleaf Philodendron. The Philodendron bipennifolium has basic care needs. It requires indirect sunlight, an average watering schedule,…
Philodendron Billietiae Care – #1 Step By Step Tutorial
There’s no special story or history behind the vine climber Philodendron billietiae. There doesn’t need to be. This Philodendron is special on its own. This interesting plant needs bright indirect…
Philodendron Burle Marx – #1 Best Care Tips
Philodendron Burle Marx plant is named after Roberto Burle Marx. Burle Marx was the first architect to use native plants in modern landscape designs. The Philodendron Burle Marx’s care (Philodendron…
Philodendron Florida Ghost #1 Care Guide
The Philodendron Florida ghost (Philodendron pedatum) comes from the plant family Araceae. The unique plant is an evergreen hybrid and it’s a vine climber. In fact, the name “Philodendron” means…
Philodendron Melanochrysum Care – #1 Best Guide
The Philodendron melanochrysum is a beautiful tropical plant. It doesn’t get the credit it deserves. Or the attention it deserves. The dark green (almost black) crystalline leaves show a bright…
Philodendron Micans #1 Best Care Secrets
Philodendron micans are trailing plants that can either climb a pole or hang down. I personally don’t mind that it gets a bit scraggly and I let one of mine overgrow…
Philodendron Verrucosum – Best Care Hacks
Philodendron verrucosum is a colorful Philodendron with velvety leaves. It is a hemiepiphyte that starts its life as a seed growing in the canopy of trees and is eventually reaching…
Philodendron Pastazanum Care – Simple Steps To Success
Philodendron pastazanum is a very rare and extremely beautiful heartshaped Philodendron. People often refer to it as the “my Pasta” on Social Media. It originates from Ecuador from a state…
Philodendron Gloriosum Care – #1 Best Guide
Philodendron gloriosum care. Philodendron gloriosum is a tropical plant with velvety green leaves that are heartleaf-shaped with pale to striking white veins. The plant belongs to the Araceae or Aroid…
Interview with Siddharth Nc – Admin of Planet Discussion groups on FB
Siddharth Nc is a plant lover and connaisseur and was an admin on the plant-related Planet Discussion Groups on Facebook. He is often consulted and highly esteemed for his vast…
Philodendron Spiritus Sancti Care – #1 Best Guide
Philodendron Spiritus Sancti is still the holy grail of plant ownership. If you think Monstera Obliqua and Monstera adansonii Variegata are rare, hard to get, and expensive, Philodendron Spiritus Sancti…
Root Rot Causes & Symptoms in Plants you Wish you Knew
What are the symptoms of root rot? How do you know if your plant’s roots are rotting? These are questions plant parents are asking themselves. As roots are in most…